Join the Finkley Nurseries Team as a Room Leader / Daily Lead!
Location: Finkley Hudson’s Field – SalisburyHours: Full‑time, 38/40 hours per week over 4 or 5 daysSalary: Up to £14.60 per hour, dependent on experience and qualification
About Us
Finkley Nurseries is part of the Attraction Nurseries family – a fast‑growing childcare group delivering high‑quality early years education across the UK. At our Salisbury site we create nurturing, inspiring environments where children can explore, learn, and grow every single day. We help children have the best possible start in life by ensuring every child is supported, included, and able to thrive.
Benefits
- Badge scheme – earn an additional 30p per hour, increase your hourly rate through WOW moments, planning & checklists
- Up to 6 weeks holiday plus your birthday
- Volunteer day – support a charity of your choice
- 50% childcare discount
- Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards)
- 100+ training courses + SENCO
- £100 welcome bonus for resources
- Free uniform & DBS
- Referral bonuses up to £750
- Free family access to Finkley Down Farm & Solstice Play
The Role
Leading Your Room
- Lead the day‑to‑day running of the room, ensuring everything is organised, engaging, and compliant
- Support the management team when needed
- Manage ratios, staff rotas, SEN time, and daily routines
- Create an inspiring, well‑resourced environment based on children’s interests
Delivering Outstanding EYFS Practice
- Deliver engaging, hands‑on learning experiences in line with EYFS
- Lead planning, observations, and assessments using Famly
- Complete 2‑year checks and support SEND documentation
- Act as a key person, supporting children’s development and wellbeing
- Promote inclusive practice so every child can thrive
Supporting & Developing Your Team
- Lead by example with energy, professionalism, and positivity
- Mentor and support team members, apprentices, and new starters
- Contribute to supervisions, appraisals, and training plans
- Ensure clear communication of daily plans and expectations
Keeping Everyone Safe
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene, and organisation
- Carry out risk assessments and ensure environments are safe and secure
- Follow safeguarding procedures
- Understand and respond to emergency procedures
Working with Parents & Professionals
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families
- Support settling‑in processes and ongoing communication
- Work with external professionals to support children’s needs
Living Our Values
- Champion our ethos: Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive team culture
- Support nursery events, marketing, and parent engagement
Staying Organised
- Keep records, planning, and systems up to date
- Complete checklists, audits, and learning walks
- Manage daily tasks like registers and room organisation
This Job Description Is Not Exhaustive: additional duties may be required to support the management team and nursery priorities. Flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach are essential to success in this role.
Job Details: Finkley Hudson’s Field – Salisbury, 38 or 40 hours a week across 4 or 5 days, up to £14.60 per hour.
We’re looking for someone ready to step up, take ownership, and make a real impact.
Ready to Embark on a New Adventure?
We move quickly and keep things simple. Apply now.
Attraction Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer. All positions are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
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